Authentic Quesabirria Tacos
If you've already made my braised beef birria, these Quesabirria Tacos are definitely what you should make next! I dip corn tortillas in the rich birria fat before filling them with shredded beef birria and Oaxaca cheese. Then, we griddle them to golden, crispy perfection.Serve them with a bowl of warm consommé, or braising liquid, for dipping, and you'll understand why this recipe has become an obsession!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Makes: 14 tacos
Ingredients
Quesabirria Tacos
- 12-14 corn tortillas, opt for thicker tortillas that won't fall apart
- 2 1/2 cups of shredded beef birria
- 2 cups of braising liquid, divided
- skimmed fat from the birria braising liquid
- 8 oz Oaxaca cheese, shredded
- Neutral oil, for brushing
For Serving
- 1/2 white onion diced
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 limes cut into wedges
Instructions
- Warm 1 1/2 cups of the birria broth with the leftover fat in a small saucepan until the fat is liquid and the liquid is warm to the touch. Transfer to a bowl.
- Heat a large nonstick griddle over medium heat for 5 minutes. Brush the griddle lightly with oil. Working in batches, dip a corn tortilla in the warmed birria fat sitting on top of the broth (just a quick dip to avoid making the tortilla soggy) and place it on the griddle. Cook for 1 minute and then flip the tortilla over.
- Top half the tortilla with some of the shredded birria and about 1/4 cup of the Oaxaca cheese. Fold the other side of the tortilla over and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until crispy. Transfer the tacos to a plate and repeat with the remaining meat, cheese, and tortillas.
- Serve the tacos topped with the onion and cilantro with lime wedges on the side and rest of the warmed braising liquid for dipping.
Storage Instructions
- The tacos, while they can be stored, are best enjoyed right away! I only make as much as I know that I will eat. That being said, any leftover tacos can be reheated in the air fryer or on a baking sheet in the oven. Leftover beef and broth can be stored in the fridge in separate airtight containers for up to 5 days.
